Behind the brand: Introducing Depuravita

In celebration of bringing the holistic wellness brand Depuravita to Australian shores, we're proud to share this inspirational interview with its visionary founder.

Meet Sandra Nassima, the luminary behind her revolutionary beauty-based supplement line that adopts a holistic and supportive approach to helping women thrive in all stages of life, particularly with graceful ageing and maximising wellbeing.

Depuravita does things differently by honouring the body’s natural intelligence with their highly potent wellness products stemming from Sandra’s connection to her ancestral wisdom. Nothing watered down, Depuravita is pure and small-batch supplement magic. But don’t just take our word for it - discover the Depuravita difference yourself.

Meet Sandra Nassima, founder of Depuravita

OFS: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background before the birth of Depuravita.

Sandra: My background is in design. I worked for over 15 years in the field of contemporary architecture and high-end furniture, eventually becoming marketing manager for one of Italy’s leading design groups. I lived between Miami, New York, and the Turks and Caicos Islands, immersed in a world of aesthetics, materials, and global projects.

In 2015, I reached a point where I needed something different. I launched Italy’s first cold-pressed juice company, and with it, Depuravita was born. It was a way to apply the discipline of design to something more essential: daily wellbeing, the quality of what we consume, and how we care for ourselves.

During the pandemic, this direction became even more focused. It was a time of deep reflection and re-alignment, where we began refining our formulations further - drawing on principles from Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and plant-based pharmacopoeia. We began working more closely with practitioners, increasing the potency and precision of each product. Depuravita evolved into a platform for intelligent supplementation - rooted in purity, function, and respect for both science and tradition.

OFS: You advocate for a more holistic approach to beauty (which we love!). How would you describe this philosophy to wellness and beauty?

Sandra: The word ‘holistic’ has been overused in recent years — much like ‘natural’ was before it. These terms become trends, and consumers are often misled by them. But for us, holistic isn’t a marketing angle. It’s a system of thinking that’s been in place for thousands of years.

In Ayurveda - the oldest documented form of medicine - everything is connected: mind, body, energy, and environment. This principle forms the basis of many other traditions, including Chinese medicine. Nothing stands alone. You can’t treat the skin without addressing the liver, you can’t address beauty without understanding digestion, and you can’t talk about wellness without including the energetic body.

What we put into our body, how we move, how we sleep, how we manage our minds - all of that has an effect not just on how we look, but on our subtle energy field, our nervous system, our presence.

This is what holistic means to us: not a product category, but a way of living - where everything counts, and everything is connected.

OFS: What sets Depuravita apart from other wellness and supplement brands?

Sandra: Depuravita is built on three core pillars that define the essence of the brand.

The first is synergistic authenticity. We select powerful and interesting ingredients that have rarely been combined before - always according to their synergy. When brought together in the right way, they become more effective than when used alone. This is the foundation of every formula we create.

The second is full control over raw materials. We select and source them ourselves — we don’t rely on suppliers for this part of the process. Whether it’s a local botanical or a patented active, we choose based on quality and integrity. We never hide behind so-called ‘proprietary blends’ - not only because we believe in transparency, but also because this approach is not permitted under European regulations. We clearly declare the exact quantity of each ingredient.

The third is that we don’t make false promises. We’re very clear: if your lifestyle is not in balance, supplements alone cannot deliver results. We always advocate for a complete approach to wellbeing. Our goal is not just to sell a product - it’s to inform, support, and help people understand how to get the best out of what they take.

OFS: If it’s not a secret to share, walk us through your personal supplement regimen and how you achieve such beautiful, glowing skin.

Sandra: My supplement routine shifts with the seasons, but a few things are non-negotiable. Absolute Shield and Heal My Solar Plexus are always part of my base. People often ask what a gut supplement and a vitality blend have to do with glowing skin - the answer is: everything. I used to get sick constantly, especially after travelling. My energy was low, my immune system couldn’t keep up, and I felt out of balance. After the pandemic, it became worse. That’s when I decided to reset everything.

I’ve always had good nutrition, but I never approached food as medicine until that point. I started using adaptogens and medicinal mushrooms daily, and then discovered artemisia and shilajit - their fulvic and humic acid content changed the way I function and feel.

I also take Hello Wrinkles every day. It’s a smart, multi-layered beauty supplement: a clinically backed marine collagen that mirrors the skin’s structure, plus electrolytes, high magnesium, and 100mg of CoQ10. It supports hydration, boosts cellular oxygenation, and keeps my skin energised. I blend it into a smoothie made with seasonal fruits - usually my main meal of the day, for breakfast or lunch.

Every night, I take Strike a Pause, my perimenopause and menopause supplement. It helps stabilise mood, sleep, and hormonal fluctuations - it’s essential.

And finally, there’s Moon Skin, which replaces both Absolute Glow Plus and Absolute Shine. It brings together our best work in skin, hair, and nail support - a next-generation formula that reflects where I am today, and what I believe in.

When it comes to topical skincare, cleansing is essential for me - it’s the foundation of everything. I use the Omega Cleansing Milk by Oio Lab as a daily staple, and I enjoy mixing and layering their products depending on the season and my skin’s needs. I also rely on the high-performance, science-led skincare by Janine Knizia, and Bela Nectar by Lauren Bradley, who is not only a brilliant formulator but also my personal health coach. Her work in biomagnetism and RCP protocol has had a profound impact on my overall well-being - inside and out.

OFS: Beyond topical and ingestible products, what other wellness practices do you swear by to look and feel your best?

Sandra: Infrared sauna sessions are essential for me - they support circulation, detox, and help reset my nervous system. I also walk in nature as often as I can. It brings clarity and perspective, especially when life gets fast.

Kundalini Yoga Kriyas are a key part of my practice. The breathwork, repetition, and intensity create a deep energetic shift - but they also activate facial muscles in a way that’s incredibly toning. In many ways, they work as natural face yoga. I don’t separate the two.

And then there’s joy - which is probably the most powerful wellness tool I know. Feeling joy, sharing it, and making space for it daily changes everything. No protocol works if joy is missing.

OFS: What advice would you give women who are transitioning into perimenopause, menopause or post menopause who are struggling to feel confident in their skin and bodies?

Sandra: Menopause is not a one-size-fits-all experience. The first step is understanding your hormonal landscape - not just estrogen, but also progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol. These hormones shape how you feel, look, sleep, and move through your day.

There are typically three main profiles:

- Estrogen Dominance - symptoms may include anxiety, irritability, breast tenderness, and water retention. Testosterone may still be relatively stable, but the imbalance with progesterone creates overstimulation.

- Estrogen and Testosterone Depletion - common in later perimenopause and menopause, with signs like dryness, fatigue, lowered libido, skin thinning, and loss of muscle tone.

- Mixed Type - a fluctuating pattern where estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone swing unpredictably, often creating a confusing mix of symptoms.

I always recommend starting with a hormone test to see where you are. From there, you can build an intentional support strategy - not just with supplements, but with sunlight exposure, targeted breathwork, and movement that stimulates the glandular system. Herbs like ashwagandha, maca, red clover, and shatavari can be adapted depending on your profile, and Kundalini kriyas that activate the pituitary and adrenal glands are practices I value.

This is the approach that inspired us to formulate Strike a Pause - not as a symptom-fixer, but as a companion. It includes adaptogens, red clover, and a tailored vitamin blend to gently support your body’s rhythm. Menopause can begin as early as 35, and we often don’t realise we’re in it until much later. Understanding your type is the key. From there, it becomes easier to reclaim clarity, confidence, and calm - in your body and beyond.

OFS: What’s your favourite ritual to help you relax and recharge?

Sandra: My favourite ritual to recharge is hiking with my dogs - ideally where the mountains meet the water.

After a full day outdoors, there's a kind of physical satisfaction, a tired body but a clear mind. Watching the sunset in silence, with them next to me, is the moment I slow down and reset. I always take a few minutes to sit, breathe, and reflect.

Taking care of my dogs is also a form of meditation. It keeps me grounded and focused on what’s important. I make sure they’re living their best life, because they’ve changed mine for the better - every single day.

OFS: Describe your perfect day.

Sandra: My perfect day starts the moment I wake up, grateful to be alive and to have my loved ones safe around me - that alone already feels like a perfect day.

OFS: And finally… what Depuravita products can you not live without?

Honestly, I can’t choose just one. Each product in the Depuravita range has been created with a specific purpose, and they all play a role in my personal wellness ritual. I use them in rotation, depending on the season, my energy levels, and how I feel — because our needs evolve, and so should our support systems.

Every formulation is part of a bigger intention: to live well, age consciously, and feel vibrant. That’s why I created them - and why I use them every day.

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